SAFARI PACKING CHECKLIST

LUGGAGE

1 Soft-sided duffel bag, max 33 lbs. when fully packed

1 Soft-sided day pack
1 Spare foldable duffel bag

Travel locks for luggage

CLOTHING

1/day Short-sleeve shirts
2 Long-sleeve shirts
2 Shorts
2 Convertible, lightweight zip-off pants 1 Khaki pants or casual skirt

1/day Underwear
1 Fleece
1 Waterproof windbreaker or an inexpensive poncho 1 Wide-brim, tie-on sun hat
1 Bathing suit
1 Lightweight, comfortable sleepwear

FOOTWEAR

1 Running, walking shoes, or light hiking boots 1 Second pair of shoes or sandals
1 Flip-flops

1/day Socks

1 Heavy fleece jacket
1 Down vest
1 Long underwear
1 Fleece hat / gloves or mittens

Max size 30”x15”x15”, no hard frames due to internal airline restrictions. Max 33 lbs. for combined weight of carry-on and duffel.

For extra souvenirs, if you wish TSA/Travel Sentry-approved

Layering, sun/mosquito protection

Women may consider bringing sports bras

For lodges with pools Personal preference

Shower shoes

CAMP CLOTHING

It can get quite chilly in the mornings and evenings at the Eastern Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Nyumba Camps, especially in May through August when temperatures can drop to the 40’s (F). Guests susceptible to cold weather should consider bringing these items to stay comfortable during their trip.

SAFARI ESSENTIALS

1 Travel documents

several Face masks

1 Refillable water bottle
1 Flashlight and/or headlamp
1 Sunglasses
1 Sunscreen and lip balm
1 Mosquito repellent
1 Citronella based repellent for tsetse flies 1 Anti-itch cream
3 Bandanas

3/day Hand wipes
1 Hand sanitizer / sanitizing wipes

1 Toilet kit

1 Binoculars

1 Money belt, neck pouch, or fanny pack
1 Assortment of stuff sacks and/or packing cubes 1 Spare glasses

OPTIONAL ITEMS

Photography/video gear
Eye drops
Wristwatch or travel alarm clock Reading material

European and U.K. electrical outlet adapters Ear plugs

PERSONAL FIRST-AID KIT

Alcohol wipes
Antibiotic ointment (Neosporin) and hydrocortisone

Band-Aids
Tweezers
Ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen
Cold remedies
Motion sickness medication
A mild laxative
Pepto Bismol, anti-diarrheal pills Anti-malarial medication and ciprofloxacin Medications you are currently taking

Valid passport, immunization card, air tickets, money, credit card for emergencies

A variety of cloth and disposable; enough for your flights and your stay in Tanzania

Unlimited drinking water provided at camps Bring extra batteries
100% UV screening w/retainer straps
With SPF

10-30% DEET, no aerosol cans

They have many uses, including protection from dust

At least 60% alcohol, FDA-approved

Toothbrush/paste, lotion, tissues, shaving gear, feminine products; avoid plastic applicators. Shampoo/conditioner and bar soap is provided.

8x40/42 models are excellent choices; center focus binoculars are best

Contact lens wearers should also bring solution

If you are susceptible to motion sickness

As advised by a doctor